Cloud Computing · Google Cloud (GCP)
Get Started with Google Cloud
Learn the core Google Cloud services, from projects, IAM and networking to compute, storage and Google Cloud's data and analytics offerings, and how to operate them securely.
- Google Cloud fundamentals and projects
- IAM, networking and compute
- Storage and managed services
- Data, analytics and operations
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Course overview
About This Course
Google Cloud (GCP) introduces the core services of Google's cloud platform, including the data and analytics services it is widely known for.
Google Cloud is used by organisations of every size, particularly for data, analytics and container-based workloads. Understanding its building blocks broadens your cloud skills beyond a single provider.
You will learn how Google Cloud organises resources, how to manage identity and access, how to build networks and run compute, how to store data and use managed services, and how to monitor and secure your environment.
This course is part of our Cloud Computing learning paths, alongside Microsoft Azure and AWS. Cloud Security builds on it.
Who it is for
Who Should Take This Course?
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Beginners in cloud
You are new to cloud computing and want to learn Google Cloud from the start.
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Data and analytics professionals
You want to use Google Cloud's data and analytics services.
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Developers
You build applications and want to deploy them on Google Cloud.
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Cloud professionals adding a platform
You know another cloud and want to work with Google Cloud too.
Learning outcomes
What You Will Learn
By working through the course, you will build towards being able to:
Explain how Google Cloud organises resources with organisations, folders and projects.
Manage access with Google Cloud IAM roles and service accounts.
Design VPC networks with subnets, firewall rules and load balancing.
Run workloads on Compute Engine, Google Kubernetes Engine and Cloud Run.
Choose between Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL and other managed storage services.
Describe Google Cloud's data and analytics services, including BigQuery.
Monitor, secure and architect workloads using Google Cloud's operations tools.
Curriculum
Course Curriculum
The course is organised into modules. Session order and depth may vary by training arrangement.
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Module 1: Google Cloud fundamentals
Core cloud ideas and how Google Cloud is organised.
Topics covered include
Practical activity: Set up a sample project structure and budget alert.
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Module 2: Identity and access
Control access to Google Cloud resources.
Topics covered include
Practical activity: Grant least-privilege access to a sample team and application.
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Module 3: Compute and networking
Run workloads and connect them securely.
Topics covered include
Practical activity: Deploy a sample containerised application and expose it through a load balancer.
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Module 4: Storage and managed services
Store data and use managed services to reduce operational work.
Topics covered include
Practical activity: Choose storage and messaging services for a sample event-driven application.
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Module 5: Data and analytics services
An introduction to Google Cloud's data platform.
Topics covered include
Practical activity: Load a sample dataset into BigQuery and answer questions with SQL.
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Module 6: Monitoring, security and architecture
Operate Google Cloud workloads securely and reliably.
Topics covered include
Practical activity: Set up monitoring and logging for the sample application and review its security settings.
Practical learning
Hands-On Learning
Practical work builds and operates a sample environment on Google Cloud. Examples of activities include:
Hands-on work uses a Google Cloud environment. Whether an environment is provided, or you use your own account (and any costs involved), will be explained when you enquire.
- Structuring projects and assigning IAM roles
- Deploying applications to Google Cloud compute
- Loading and querying data in BigQuery
- Setting up monitoring and logging
Before you start
Prerequisites and Learning Requirements
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Recommended background
No prior cloud experience is needed.
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Technical prerequisites
Basic IT knowledge such as networking basics, operating systems and using a command line is helpful. Basic SQL helps with the data and analytics module.
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Software and tools
A computer with a reliable internet connection for live online sessions. Access to a Google Cloud environment is needed for hands-on work; the options will be confirmed when you enquire.
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Prior experience
Suitable as a first cloud course for learners with basic IT knowledge.
Learning Format
IT Champion Hub offers live, instructor-led online training and workshops. Formats, duration and schedules vary by course and are not the same for every program.
- Live online sessions led by an instructor
- Practical activities alongside explanations
- Upcoming batches and schedules shared on enquiry
Enquire to find out the formats and upcoming batches available for this course. Enquire about this course
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need prior cloud experience?
No. The course starts with cloud fundamentals. Basic IT knowledge is helpful.
Do I need a Google Cloud account?
Hands-on work needs access to a Google Cloud environment. We'll explain the options, and any costs involved, when you enquire.
Is this a Google Cloud certification course?
No. The course focuses on practical Google Cloud skills. It is not an official Google Cloud certification course.
How much data and analytics is covered?
One module introduces Google Cloud's data and analytics services, including BigQuery. For in-depth data engineering, see our Data Engineering learning paths.
How can I enquire about upcoming training?
Select Enquire About This Course. The enquiry form will note that you are asking about Google Cloud (GCP), and we'll get back to you with upcoming batches and available schedules.
Ready to Explore This Learning Path?
Have questions about the curriculum, prerequisites, or training arrangements? Get in touch with IT Champion Hub to discuss your learning goals.
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